Welcome to the Celtic Monk blog. I started this blog because I believe that Celtic Christianity has something of importance and beauty to offer. Together, we will explore Celtic spirituality by examining different books and topics, looking at historical questions, and perhaps most important of all, what it is like in practice. As both a person of faith, and also a priest, I will share many of my experiences and feelings. I look forward to hearing what you think and have to say.

Monday, January 4, 2010

One of the many blessings of the Web is that it makes the world alot closer, bringing it all to your desk or laptop. I'm old enough to have witnessed big changes over the years. Twenty five years ago, when I was a student in Edinburgh, Scotland, I remember listening to football games on the Armed Forces Network. That was a cool break from my studies, and helped me to remain in contact with the New World. Yet in retrospect, that seems like light years away, and linked with those orange lite tubes that we all used to look at in our radio's and record players. Ancient history! That's all changed and now you can probably watch the games on the Internet.

Living in Britain for nearly six years, I grew fond of reading the newspaper, always a delight for someone who is from a different country of origin. The learning of names, places, streets, hot spots to go, finding one's way; it's all part of that great experience of living abroad. I miss reading The Scotsman, and The Times, and they were part of "my education".

Newpapers are also a great way to learn and keep up with the Celtic tradition. These sites are great places to browse on a lazy Saturday morning, with a cup of coffee, and of course some Celtic music in the background. Let me draw you attention to the some of the major Celtic which you can then pop into time to time so to check out what is happening on the other side of the pond.

About Me

I am a clinical social worker and substance abuse counselor. I am also a priest with the Celtic Catholic Church, and studied English literature at the University of St. Andrews, and theology at New College, at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. I am also board certified in mental health and substance abuse. My faith journey has allowed me the priviledge to work with the homeless, mentally ill, and newly arrived to the Hawaiian Islands for over twenty years. I am happily married to the most beautiful and interesting person I have ever met, and am doubly blessed to be living in paradise on the island of Oahu. I frequently write for the academic journal Social Work & Christianity.
For more information, please contact me at adahlburg@hotmail.com